What is Diabetes in Ayurveda?
A metabolic disorder, commonly known as diabetes, is an illness that results in increased blood sugar levels in the body. This happens because of insufficient insulin formation or ineffective insulin use by the body. Basically, insulin is a body hormone that helps to control the sugar level by assisting the absorption of glucose in the cells for generating energy. When this insulin level is disturbed, the body starts to produce an increased amount of sugar in the blood, therefore, leading to diabetes. According to Ayurvedic literature, diabetes is known as 'Madumeh' and its primary cause is increased Kapha dosha. It is also becoming the biggest health concern in today’s era and one in each house is a survivor. A popular saying related to this is “The less active you are, the greater is the risk of you being diabetic”.
Ayurveda has a well-maintained reputation in treating this disorder. Diabetes Ayurvedic treatment generally involves a combined approach that includes herbal medicines, dietary alterations, and regular involvement in physical activities. Therefore, Adopting Ayurveda for healthy living proves to be a fruitful decision. The expected average blood sugar level should be between 70 mg/dL and 100 mg/dL. It is advised to alter one's lifestyle and start monitoring blood sugar levels when the fasting glucose level reaches a value of 100–125 mg/dL. Further, If the fasting glucose level is 126 mg/dL (7 mmol/L) or higher on two separate tests, diabetes is diagnosed.